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Azra Kassam
In recent years, we’ve seen unprecedented transparency and destigmatization when it comes to topics around mental illness and mental health. This is valuable because awareness is key to understanding. A common misconception is using the terms mental health and mental illness interchangeably. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, “mental health” is a concept that…
If you are someone who experiences allergies, you know how downright pesky they can be. They can limit you in many ways, from what you eat, to where you can go, to what you can enjoy. Some allergies happen during specific times of the year, while others are year-round. There is an abundance of allergy…
With the growing fascination of traditional medicine over pharmaceuticals, it’s no wonder that CBD has become a household name and many people can name at least a few of the benefits. Most of the commonly known benefits that CBD offers are reducing anxiety, combating sleep disorders, and alleviating chronic pain, however other benefits are lesser…
Ever since cannabis (which includes CBD, THC, and other cannabinoids) was federally legalized for recreational use in Canada on October 17, 2018, the legal landscape surrounding CBD products became a bit less clear as the Cannabis Act was mostly focused on defining the laws around marijuana and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). CBD (cannabidiol) can not only be…
The benefits of CBD have become nearly common knowledge over the past few years as the interest in non-traditional medicine grows. Many health conditions can be treated using prescription medication, but people are now opting for natural remedies like CBD because it poses less risk, both long and short-term, and there can be fewer side…
In this new era of mask-wearing, virtual meetups and limited social functions, the world has had a chance to slow a bit – all while the skincare industry took off. In 2021, the global beauty industry was deemed to be worth $500 billion and among all beauty products sold, skincare products topped the list with…
The popularity of CBD products has been growing over the last few years as people become more aware of all the health benefits that can be derived from them. From pain management to helping combat anxiety, CBD has been shown to improve its users’ quality of life. Its versatility is part of the reason that…
The menstrual cycle is the time of the month that most women dread. Though it’s a natural part of the body’s physiological process, it often comes with unpleasant or unwanted symptoms. Period symptoms vary depending on the person. Some experience little to no symptoms at all, while for others it can be severe; especially when…
Unlike other health disorders, epilepsy can impact people of all ages and backgrounds. Anyone can develop epilepsy at any time and the root causes are not usually known. Researchers are continuously trying to understand more about this health condition, its causes, and of course, how to treat and cure it. Epilepsy is considered a long-term…
CBD is known to help treat varying forms of physical and mental pain and stress because of its natural effects on certain receptors throughout the body and brain. CBD has also been shown to help treat skin issues and seizures caused by epilepsy. With all its known health benefits, CBD has also become an avenue…
It’s no secret that we all have bad habits. Whether it’s slouching, too much fast food, not exercising, or looking at a screen before bed (guilty), these rituals can be challenging to shed. Why are we talking about bad habits? Because some people are still trying to get rid of perhaps the biggest culprit of…
There are more than 2 million people around the world diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a disease with unpredictable side effects that impacts a person for the rest of their lives after diagnosis. With no cure for MS and the multitude of symptoms and side effects that can vary from person to person, research into…
Over the past few years, CBD has burst onto the health scene and made its way into our everyday vernacular. When it comes to CBD the more you know, the better you understand how it can work for you, and what CBD products will help you the most. CBD and related terminology are more than…
CBD has enjoyed a surge of popularity over recent years, and for good reason: it has been shown to help with several conditions including chronic pain and anxiety. As CBD continues to garner attention for its numerous health and wellness benefits, there is more interest than ever about potential benefits that can be derived from…
The health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD) and the various conditions it can help treat are becoming more widely known and accepted by the general public. CBD is an incredibly versatile compound, capable of alleviating many ailments, and in oil form it is also very adaptable in terms of ingestion. Using CBD oil for smoothies is…
CBD and its impact on the body have been garnering increasing interest over the last few years. This is not surprising considering the research that continues to be published on the many benefits that CBD carries. Some of the perks of using CBD include combating anxiety, boosting the appearance of your skin, and mitigating chronic…
In Canada, about 11% of men and 16% of women will experience major depression over the course of their lives. However, the growing awareness of mental health issues and the advancement of both medication and natural treatments means that, for many people, depression can be treated effectively. While depression affects everyone differently, there are typical…
If your body’s health and wellness are important to you, then you are no doubt invested and interested in your immune system. The immune system is responsible for fighting off unwanted bacteria or viruses—in short, pathogens—that negatively affect your health in a myriad of ways. Even if you are not a wellness buff, the health…
Fibromyalgia is pain that is felt throughout the body: a chronic disease that has several physical and mental triggers, treating fibromyalgia can involve a number of different solutions. Some of the most common symptoms or signs of fibromyalgia include pain and stiffness throughout the body, fatigue, depression and anxiety, sleep problems, memory and concentration lapses,…
CBD has grown in popularity in recent years as more people discover its health and wellness benefits. Many of its uses have become common knowledge, like its ability to combat anxiety, insomnia, and acne. However, CBD has many more benefits that are lesser-known like its ability to remedy gout. Although much of the research that…
CBD is well known for its ability to help us sleep better and to treat conditions like anxiety to help relax our minds and bodies. But can CBD also be used to spark mental focus and alertness? Is CBD the answer to improving mental focus? CBD interacts with the body’s Endocannabinoid System (ECS) to help…
Most people by now have heard of CBD—the cannabinoid contained in a number of products on the market that possess a host of benefits including helping with sleep, chronic pain, and even hangovers. A lesser-known fact is that there are many more cannabinoids besides CBD and THC that reside in the hemp plant that also…
Homeostasis. All living organisms need this ability to regulate internal, physical, and chemical systems to function well and live healthily. To help maintain homeostasis, the body’s Endocannabinoid System (ECS) plays a big part. Homeostasis, from the Greek words for “same” and “steady,” is the ability to maintain a stable internal system, which includes a healthy…
How you apply or consume CBD can be as important as the product you choose. CBD comes in the form of ingestibles (like capsules, oil, gummies) or topical CBD (creams, balms, and salves). Depending on the severity of your condition, you may reach for a specific product or concentration. As for topical application, CBD can…
Hemp oil vs CBD oil, if you’ve ever asked what’s the difference, you’re not the only one. To help clear confusion we’ll answer the most common hemp oil vs CBD oil questions for you. CBD (Cannabidiol) is derived from the hemp plant, which is one of the reasons some people confuse hemp oil and CBD…
Despite the growing popularity of cannabis in health and wellness conversations, the difference between CBD and THC still remains blurred for some. It’s easy to see why—cannabis, hemp and marijuana are terms that are sometimes used interchangeably when talking about the benefits and differences between CBD vs THC. To be clear, they are not the…
We’ve all experienced the symptoms: a piercing pain behind the eyes, cramping in the neck, a pounding feeling in between the ears—you know it—migraines. While traditional treatments include over the counter medications and even botox, CBD oil for migraines may be a natural solution to this painful problem. Migraines and headaches are common health conditions,…
CBD has seen a rapid rise in popularity over recent years due to its numerous health benefits. It is used as an alternative to traditional medicine and has been shown to improve and help heal many injuries and ailments including muscle pain, problematic skin, and anxiety. If you have dabbled with CBD products, whether that’s…
Over the last few years, CBD has seen a rise in popularity as people become more interested in alternatives to traditional medicine. Some of the more well-known problems that CBD has been found to help treat include anxiety, sleep, and running injuries. Although the effects of CBD use is an area of research that has…
CBD is not just a buzz word in the wellness category. The Google search for which CBD product should I try? turns up 62 million hits alone, meaning the thirst for CBD knowledge and information isn’t just a trend, it’s growing. If you’re one of the curious thousands ready to try CBD but not sure…
Choosing the right CBD product is important, and your decision may also be influenced by your preferred consumption method and the length of time it takes to activate in your system. It is important to note that how long it takes for CBD to work will differ based on the consumption method that you choose.…
In order to produce the CBD products that are permeating industries like health, wellness, and beauty, CBD must first be extracted from the plant that carries it. Of course, not all CBD extraction methods will yield the same results, and some methods are safer and more effective than others. Here we will cover solvent extraction,…
As the sun sets on warmer weather, it’s time to start prepping for the cold. As you start to pull out the hoodies and boots you may also want to think about adding CBD to your cold weather arsenal. From dry skin to joint pain and even that dreaded winter cold, using CBD in the…
Want to give your hair some real TLC? Try CBD. You read that right. CBD oil does more than just treat chronic pain and anxiety it can also take hair from good to great and thin to full. CBD oil for hair loss may not be the first thing you think about, but its natural…
CBD is one of the fastest growing natural treatments for common ailments like anxiety and inflammation. Despite its increasing use there is a lot of fake news about CBD out there. Does CBD really make you high? Isn’t all CBD the same? Hemp oil and CBD are interchangeable, CBD is illegal—we’ve heard it all. While…
By now, you have no doubt heard about CBD. It is bandied about like a common buzzword and articles and blogs abound shout its praise and aggressively promote it. Businesses such as spas, coffee shops, and health and wellness brands have begun to incorporate it into their product lines. More recently, evidence has shown that…
You may have caught Wallace Wong, aka the Six Pack Chef on our Instagram, cooking up yummy CBD Oil recipes like CBD Chicken Nuggets and CBD Slaw. But did you know there’s more to Wong than his six pack? From finishing as a finalist on Top Chef Canada, to competing in international bodybuilding competitions, hosting…
The query, “how do you meditate?” pulls up more than 500 million hits on Google. If this tells us anything, it’s that millions of us are looking for ways to quiet and relax our minds and bodies. Like meditation, CBD works to help treat anxiety, stress, and chronic pain—all physical and mental barriers that can…
Our cats are more than just our furry friends, they are companions, providing us with a unique sense of comfort that only a pet can. Like us, however, our cats can experience ailments, anxieties and diseases, which can hinder their quality of life. The good news is that there are various ways that you can…
While the benefits of running are plenty, it can also come with some drawbacks. Unsurprisingly, running puts a great deal of stress on the body, particularly the legs. Here, CBD for runners can offer multiple recuperative health benefits. Running, jogging, sprinting—all of these activities are time-honoured methods of exercise. Not only are they a great…
CBD and yoga share many benefits in that they both produce calming mental and physical effects. While CBD (cannabidiol) won’t get you high, it can take your yoga practice to another level in how it helps to soothe muscles, ease inflammation, increase focus, and create an even better mind-body connection—all benefits to the body that…
Cannabidiol, better known as CBD, has a multitude of health and therapeutic benefits including reducing anxiety, promoting muscle recovery, and improving sleep, among others. Over the years, countless studies have established its efficacy in dealing with both short-term pain, as well as more drawn-out chronic illness. This includes studies that have found strong links between…
By now we’ve all heard about CBD, or cannabidiol, and the many health benefits that it boasts, from reducing anxiety to improving the quality of your sleep. While it’s tempting to take the therapeutic claims at face value, it is imperative that we understand precisely how CBD works in our body. To better understand the…
While therapy and prescription medications are both common methods to help people who live with anxiety, more and more are turning to CBD oil to help ease their anxiety. CBD oil has been directly linked with helping to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression in humans, and as society becomes more educated about the benefits…
When it comes to pain relief, targeting the problem area is vital. It’s one of the reasons why CBD cream is increasingly being used and sought after. CBD, or Cannabidiol, is a naturally occurring compound found in both hemp and marijuana plants. CBD has proven to be a natural source of relief for mental ailments…
What is Alternative Medicine? Alternative medicine is one part of a diverse group of medical and healthcare systems, practices, and products known as Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). If you’ve ever wondered what complementary and alternative medicine is, here’s your answer: generally speaking, alternative medicine or therapy refers to treatment that is not a part…
Remember those unavoidable “Freshman 15” pounds we all packed on when we were first shipped off to school? With self isolation now a necessary part of society, gyms closed, and many restaurants offering free delivery, you may be turning to victuals and libations to get you through the boredom. Here’s how to avoid the dreaded…
Self isolation is now a very real concept in our world, and in order to enforce social distancing and sanitary measures to “flatten the curve”, most gyms across the country (and world) are now closed. For regular gym-goers, the thought of losing gains may be just as frightening as COVID-19 itself. For others, this may…
The pounding head, the churning stomach, the dry mouth—we’ve all been there after a night of drinking. The worst part? It just keeps happening—and after fewer and fewer drinks as we get older. After a fun night out letting loose, chances are will at least experience hints of the dreaded hangover. The good news, however,…
What are essential oils? If you’ve ever been curious about the benefits of alternative medicine and particularly aromatherapy, you should know that essential oils are an important component. So what are essential oils exactly? They are compounds that are extracted from plants which capture the plant’s scent, flavour, and overall beneficial qualities—in other words, their…
Whether it’s your daily dose of sunshine, coffee, or CBD, finding the right dose can make all the difference. When it comes to CBD, however, finding the best dose for you is a bit nuanced, and may take some trial and error to get it right. That’s because there are no hard and fast rules…
Buying CBD (cannabidiol) online is a quick and convenient process. That said, it’s important to consider some essential factors before making your purchase and understand how to shop for CBD oil safely. There are certain things you will have to consider about a CBD product and its brand before investing as, the reality is, not…
While CBD has been positively linked to helping people with chronic pain, anxiety, nausea, and even cancer, many still have questions around the best CBD oil for sleep and when to take CBD oil to combat sleep issues. In our constant, on-the-go lifestyles, everyone could use a little more sleep. Proof? The question, “how to…
Imagine if you felt consistent pain for over 12 weeks straight, with little to no relief — that’s what it feels like to have chronic pain. When a person gets injured, they typically feel pain in the affected area until the injury subsides or is healed. Those with chronic pain don’t get this relief and…
Is cannabidiol (CBD) oil safe? The short answer is yes — but don’t take our word for it. In recent years, more and more research has been done on CBD and CBD oil, with findings ultimately revealing its safety, benefits, as well as suggestions on how it should be regulated. There are a lot of…
CBD continues to increase in popularity as more people are becoming aware of its many physical and mental benefits and, as a result, are willing to give it a try. That said, knowledge about CBD (cannabidiol) is still very general. When shopping for CBD, you may have come across the terms full spectrum CBD, broad…
Let’s talk about one of the most popular natural remedies making headlines for its ability to treat a multitude of ailments with no trips to the pharmacy: CBD oil. From reducing anxiety, relieving pain and inflammation, improving cardiovascular health, and even alleviating cancer symptoms, CBD has exploded in popularity in recent years for its therapeutic…
If you’re a regular human being, chances are you’ve experienced anxiety before. Whether it’s generalized anxiety, social anxiety, or more extreme cases such as post-traumatic stress disorder or panic disorder, 25% of Canadians will experience some sort of anxiety lasting longer than 12 months in their lifetime. And if you suffer from or have experienced…
Anyone who hasn’t lived under a rock the past couple years has watched the epic rise of cannabidiol, or CBD for short, ripple through the health, wellness, and now, fitness industries. Could CBD oil be just what athletes need to take their work outs to the next level? We now know CBD touts many interesting benefits,…
If you’re a pet parent, chances are your dog or cat is not just a pet to you, they’re a part of your family. And when illness or disease strikes a family member, you’ll likely try anything to relieve their suffering. Whether it’s anxiety, joint pain, cancer, or even seizures many are turning to a…
Hemp vs marijuana. If you aren’t immersed in the world of cannabis, you’ve likely used these words interchangeably. Years of stigma and a lack of clear information has led to the distinction between these plants unclear, and with the legalization of cannabis in Canada this past October, things still appear to be just as murky…
Is there anything better than starting the day with a smooth, bold flavoured cup of coffee? In today’s fast paced world, many are turning to a morning cup of Joe to kickstart their day. While coffee offers a host of health benefits, however, it also comes at a price, increasing anxiety and stress levels. Enter…
So, you’ve decided to enter the world of CBD, but have no idea where to start. What is CBD? Does it get you high? Does it make you tired? What’s the best way to consume it? These are common questions we’re here to help you answer before beginning your journey, so you can make an…